Good morning, Honolulu.

Major Oahu events will go ahead this weekend despite Hurricane Nolo, with the Aloha Festivals Floral Parade set along Kalakaua Avenue and the Boots ‘N’ Beers Country Music Festival scheduled at Bishop Museum (organizers reported nearly 1,400 riders for the Honolulu Century Ride on Friday).

Niihau (population about 84) weathered Hurricane Lowell two weeks ago without injuries as state and county officials coordinated with the Robinson family for damage assessments.

Residents sheltered indoors and kept their traditional practices, which helped maintain the island’s safety during the storm.

The DCCA invites local high and middle school teams to register for the free *Hawaiʻi* LifeSmarts Competition, which teaches critical life skills through online quizzes and in-person contests.

High school teams will compete online from Monday, Oct. 12 to Friday, Dec. 4 with state finals on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2027.

State lawmakers are evaluating changes to boost the HI-5 recycling program after a decade-long decline in recovery rates.

They will propose adjustments soon to enhance recycling outcomes locally.

The Hawaii Department of Health announced that its deposit beverage container program will use a new segregated rate effective Oct.

1, replacing two plastic rates with one average rate to redeem containers by weight (all certified centers must comply).

Hawaii Island Mayor Kimo Alameda told Sunrise live that Hurricane Nolo has led to mild storm impacts with road closures, flood canal monitoring, and flight cancellations at Hilo — he urged residents to prepare as local officials monitor conditions.

Hurricane Nolo is battering Hawaii Island today with heavy rain, high surf, and 21 flight cancellations at Hilo Airport — officials warn residents to stay alert as strong winds and rough surf persist on Oahu.

Hawaii DOT Director Ed Sniffen reported on Sunrise that harbors on Hawaii Island and Maui are closed due to Hurricane Nolo while most airports operate on normal schedules—Hilo airport has seen some cancellations and monitoring is underway.

Honolulu was selected to join Love Your Block, receiving $70,000 and expert help to support community-led projects that clear vacant lots and reclaim public spaces, said Mayor Rick Blangiardi.

City officials will work with residents in the Skyline corridor to shape safer, greener neighborhoods coming soon.

Today until 6:00 p.m. HST, east winds of 25-35 mph with gusts to 55 mph will affect Oahu, Kauai, and Niihau and may damage roofs, trees, and tents.

Experts warn that back-to-back storms can lead to disaster fatigue so residents should secure loose items and prepare for power outages.

Experts say repeated storms have left many feeling exhausted and stressed, and they advise taking care of mental health by talking to someone or taking time for activities that bring joy (like laughing) while Hawaiʻi Cares remains available 24 hours a day.

The UH women’s volleyball team swept New Mexico in two matches Saturday at Bankoh Arena (Stan Sheriff Center) to kick off their Mountain West slate at 2-0.

They will play their next game on the road against Grand Canyon.